'Lens stone' is a firm, compact limestone. Its structure is oolithic (consisting of small grains) and it contains 99.75% calcium carbonate, explaining its very white natural colour and its homogeneity. These features make it comparable to marble and it is perfectly suitable for sculpture.
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Ville de Nîmes
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